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Save this as 'manifest.json' NOTE: Please make sure you do not save it as manifest.json.txt or similar, it will not work

STEP 3: Place your PNG icon and Manifest file into your app's directory you made in step 1, this is very important, because your app won't compile correctly if you skip this.

STEP 4: Open Google Chrome, click the wrench icon, point to Tools > Extensions.
On the tab that opens, click the plus sign next to 'Developer mode' and then click 'Load unpacked extension...' In the dialog box, select the directory you made that contains the manifest and icon. The app's icon will then appear on then default new tab. Click this to test that the link opens your site.

STEP 5: If the app doesn't work, go back to the start and follow it exactly. If it works, it's time to compile it. You probably saw the 'Pack Extension' button in step 4, well now's the time to use it. Click it and click browse next to 'Extension Root Directory', choose your app's directory and click Ok

STEP 6: Make your new app public! It makes a 'crx' file which, when downloaded using Chrome, automatically installs and puts the icon on the default new tab page.

Hi Callum! Thanks so much for sharing this with the Yola community! I am currently making my own app but don't know what to do for it right now. But this tutorial is awesome! I am sure lots of people will use this. Thanks so much Callum! :) You're on your way to becoming a champion! You are doing great! :)